Open Shelter Homes are run by State Government itself or through a Non- Government Organization. In these homes, children are provided with residential facility on short-term basis, so that they can be protected from vulnerable conditions and abuse.

One Open Shelter Home is being run by the NGO in District Tarn Taran.

Benefits

1. To provide immediate help to children who are in vulnerable situations.

2. To fulfill the basic needs of children: food, clothing, shelter, education, medical aid and free boarding & lodging etc.

Eligibility

The Children in need of care and protection are eligible.

Documents

No document is required

Whom to contact

• District Programme Officer

• District Child Protection Officer.

• Child Welfare Committee of concerned district.

Helpline No. 1098

Grievances Redressal:

• District Programme Officer

• District Child Protection Officer.

• Child Welfare Committee of concerned district.

• Concerned Deputy Commissioner

• Head Office, Helpline (0172-2608746)

Email

dsswcd@punjab.gov.in

icpspunjab@gmail.com